Through wild archipelagos to the First Nations

SAILBOAT, TUGBOAT, OR CATAMARAN

 7 days on the expedition catamaran Cascadia in August from Campbell River to Port Hardy 

Day 1: Embarkation & first activities in Desolation Sound
Your first destination after embarking in Campbell River is the impressive Desolation Sound. In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to explore the surroundings of your first anchorage on a shore excursion or kayak tour.

Day 2: Hike through the coastal forest& fjord experience
In the morning, accompanied by your nature guide, you will take a guided walk through the coastal rainforest. You will experience picturesque island channels and tidal whirlpools – always with the majestic Coast Mountains in the background. You will travel through a spectacular fjord by dinghy. In the evening, you can stroll along the beach, go swimming, or explore the area again by kayak.

Day 3: Desolation Sound & Discovery Islands
Today, you will continue exploring the islands and bays of Desolation Sound and the Discovery Islands, enjoying the unspoiled nature of this region.

Day 4: Crossing the Back Channels & Rainforest Hike
As you cruise through the Back Channels between the Discovery Islands and Johnstone Strait, keep an eye out for whales today. You will notice that the landscape has already changed significantly from the drier south to the lush rainforest in the north during a guided rainforest hike.

Day 5: Telegraph Cove & Insights into whale research
First, visit the historic stilt village of Telegraph Cove on Vancouver Island and gain insights into whale research at the Whale Interpretive Center. In Alert Bay , explore the history and culture of the Kwakwaka'wakw people, including a private tour of the extensive collection of traditional ceremonial robes. Then discover the marine wildlife of the Broughton Archipelago.

Day 6: Discoveries in the Broughton Archipelago
On your penultimate day at sea, you will explore the more remote islands of the Broughton Archipelago northeast of Vancouver Island. Today you will experience kelp forests, sea lions, secluded beaches, lonely bays, and small outposts.

Day 7: Kayaking & Disembarkation in Port Hardy
In the morning, you can go on one last kayaking tour before a farewell brunchis served on board. On the return trip to Port Hardy , whales, dolphins, and other wildlife often make an appearance once again.